There’s a camera on your phone, yes, but there’s something about holding an actual camera that’s still pretty special.

For one, legitimate cameras take better photos, because it is their sole purpose, and not a factory add-on.

But picking out a camera for a loved one is kind of expensive, and even if you love someone a lot this Christmas, it’s a gift that can break or seriously dent the bank.

But what if it wasn’t? And what if it was more than just a camera? What if the camera was a puzzle as well? That’s definitely the idea behind Bigshot, a handy, make-it-yourself digital camera that’s sleek and not “crafty.”

You actually build this entire camera from the ground up, making it perfect for kids interested in photography or hobbyists looking to make their lives a bit more arty. And the photos taken with this camera will be art, because Julia Roberts said so.

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‘Tis the season to be jolly (and a bit stressed from shopping, list-making, cooking and more shopping). But don’t get yourself too worked up, because we’re here to help you cross those names off your list one day at a time, one gift at a time. From now through Christmas Eve, we’re wrapping up daily gift ideas, so you can get back to more important festive pursuits, you know, like drinking egg nog. We’re going to make this so easy, you’ll want to shop this way every year.